1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 52 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XK | Freelander |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
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 | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |