1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 99 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XK | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
