2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 57 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 994 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| 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 | 195 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |
