1953 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1953 Jaguar XK.
Because 1953 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 1953 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1953 Jaguar XK (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar XK | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XK | 406 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
