1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Jaguar XJS 2011 Subaru Impreza
Make Jaguar Subaru
Model XJS Impreza
Year Released 1988 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3590 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2624 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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