2005 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJR. (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJR. 2005 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJR | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJR | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
