1967 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2005 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Comet | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Mercury | Jaguar |
Model | Comet | X-Type |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |