Ford Mustang vs. Jaguar XJ
When we compare the Ford Mustang's and the Jaguar XJ's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The Jaguar XJ has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Mustang's and the Jaguar XJ's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang is a better car than the Jaguar XJ.
Ford Mustang vs. Jaguar XJ Pricing
A used 2019 Ford Mustang ranges from $22,995 to $57,711 while a used 2019 Jaguar XJ is priced between $34,599 to $64,625.
Ford Mustang vs. Jaguar XJ Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Mustang loses 21 percent of its value and the Jaguar XJ loses 60.1 percent of its value. This means the Ford Mustang retains 39.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Jaguar XJ.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Mustang’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Jaguar XJ base engine makes 340 horsepower. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 481 miles. The XJ is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 570 miles.This gives the Ford Mustang the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Jaguar XJ the advantage in maximum range. The Mustang uses regular unleaded, and the XJ uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Jaguar XJ, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Ford Mustang, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Ford Mustang has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$22,995 - $57,711
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
21%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$34,599 - $64,625
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
60.1%
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jaguar XJ Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Ford Mustang Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
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1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
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2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 15Jaguar XJ Rankings
Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
21 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
Jaguar XJ Trim Levels
Collection, R-Sport, Supercharged
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
350 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
340 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
332 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
326 / 481 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 570 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
82.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
15.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3532 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.3 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3891 lbs
Width:
82.9 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
202 inches
Wheelbase:
119.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45ZR19
