1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 48 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 127 more horse power than 2007 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 53 kg more than 2007 Seat Toledo. 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, 2007 Seat Toledo, 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 2007 Seat Toledo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | XK | Toledo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 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 | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |