1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jaguar MK X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | MK X | Forester |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
