2005 Honda Pilot vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 638 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.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Pilot | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Pilot | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |
