2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 177 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 1952 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mondeo | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
