1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 60 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 255 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | Forester |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
