1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 272 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | MK VII | Forester |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |
