1955 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar XK (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 598 kg more than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1955 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1955 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Jaguar XK | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XK | Discovery |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |