2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
