1957 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 52 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 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 598 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar XK | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XK | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
