1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander is newer by 42 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 38 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 212 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
