1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Jaguar XJ6 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Jaguar Subaru
Model XJ6 Legacy
Year Released 1990 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3239 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 200 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 299 Nm 196 Nm
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2660 mm


 

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