1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Lotus Exige

To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 379 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.

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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Jaguar XK 2006 Lotus Exige
Make Jaguar Lotus
Model XK Exige
Year Released 1952 2006
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3441 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 6750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 201 km/hour 237 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 916 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 44 L


 

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