2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 387 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Cruze | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
