1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 60 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 56 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 110 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 1948 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 15.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
