2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Jaguar XF

To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Mustang 2009 Jaguar XF
Make Ford Jaguar
Model Mustang XF
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 70 L


 

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