2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 237 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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 (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Equinox | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 1710 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
