1951 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 54 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) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 250 kg more than 1951 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 1951 Jaguar XK (290 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar XK | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XK | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
