1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 57 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 76 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 145 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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 (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | Marathon |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
