2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XKR |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |