2006 Acura MDX vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | MDX | MK II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 253 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
