1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 584 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 Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
