2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 84 L |
