1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 44 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 79 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 445 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XK | Korando |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
