1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2008 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
