1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 50 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, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 342 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Jaguar XK 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Jaguar SsangYong
Model XK Chairman H
Year Released 1952 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 209 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1637 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2910 mm


 

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