2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1951 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 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 664 kg more than 1951 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1951 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Sprinter | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |