2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 9 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 1959 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 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mondeo | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
