1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 73 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJ220. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ220 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
