1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 54 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XK | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
