1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 62 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 42 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 2 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XK | Touran |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |