2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (441 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF. 2009 Jaguar XF 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. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
