1990 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 83 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR. 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 XJR (377 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJR | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
