1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 54 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 422 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Highlander |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |