2000 Ford Escape vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 40 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escape | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
