1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 473 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Subaru | Jaguar |
| Model | Legacy | XK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2752 mm |
