1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 32 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJR | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| 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 | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
