1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1952 Jaguar XK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 15 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XK | Renown |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
