1958 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 346 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | Familia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
