1993 Jaguar XJ vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
