1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | Mark IV | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2380 mm |
