1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark IV | Passat |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2580 mm |
