1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
