2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 7 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 55 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
