2002 Holden UTE vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Holden UTE is newer by 54 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 128 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden UTE | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | UTE | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
