2005 Ford Escape vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 24 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (325 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escape | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
