1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 303 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJR | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 64 L |
