1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 64 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XK | Expedition |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |