2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 50 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Tahoe | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |