2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 929 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2600 mm |
