2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 46 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar XK (310 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Colorado | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
