1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1016 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Armada |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
