1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 220 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 1975 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJS | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
