1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | XJS | Forester |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |