1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 49 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 93 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XK | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
