1951 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 53 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 13 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 164 kg more than 1951 Jaguar XK.
Because 1951 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 1951 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira, 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, 1951 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar XK | 2004 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XK | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
