1957 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Mercury Marauder is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Marauder (302 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 432 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercury Marauder (431 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar XK | 2004 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XK | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
