2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XKR | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
