1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XK | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
