2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mustang. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mustang. 2002 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 2002 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XKR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
