1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 63 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, 2011 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 38 kg more than 2011 Seat Leon.
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, 2011 Seat Leon, 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, 2011 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | XK | Leon |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |