1951 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2000 Toyota Altezza is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 318 kg more than 1951 Jaguar XK.
Because 2000 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Altezza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar XK | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
