2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1952 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Canyon | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
