2005 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Mustang. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Mustang. 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK8 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK8 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
