1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 38 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJR | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2624 mm |
