1955 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 49 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar XK (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 162 kg more than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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, 1955 Jaguar XK (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar XK | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
