2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (435 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang. 2010 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. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |