1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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 (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 294 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 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XK | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
