1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 63 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 102 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | Forester |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
