2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1954 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1954 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1954 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 599 kg more than 1954 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1954 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Canyon | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
