1954 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jaguar XK weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1954 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jaguar XK | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
