1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 60 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 248 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 1952 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
