1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 50 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 355 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
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 (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty. 2009 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
Model | XK | Liberty |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |