1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 58 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XK | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
