1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Toyota MR2

To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 115 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 408 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Jaguar XK 2005 Toyota MR2
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XK MR2
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3781 cc 1792 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.1 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1473 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2500 mm


 

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