1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 97 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | XK | Leon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |