1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 472 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 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
