2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 40 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 134 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 583 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Sirion | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
