1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
