1960 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 157 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Because 1960 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 1960 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace, 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK | Espace |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
