2005 Jaguar XK vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (317 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 83 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (553 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (415 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
