2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 319 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Sprinter | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
