2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | X-Type | 109 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
