1951 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 60 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar XK weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 1951 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar XK | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XK | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
