1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK 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 45 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK | Espace |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
