1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 185 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 1948 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XK (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Almera |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
