1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 38 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Aerostar | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Aerostar | XK |
Year Released | 1992 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |