2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 205 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 XKR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Jaguar | Willys-Overland |
| Model | XKR | Rural |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
