1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 55 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 82 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1948 Jaguar XK | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | SLK |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |