1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | Sovereign | Forester |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |