2004 GMC Safari vs. 1965 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1965 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Safari | MK X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 63 L |
