1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 212 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 2003 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Crown |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |