1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJS | Forester |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
