1958 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 55 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
