1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2918 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
