1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1995 Subaru SVX

To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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 XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX. 1995 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1993 Jaguar XJS 1995 Subaru SVX
Make Jaguar Subaru
Model XJS SVX
Year Released 1993 1995
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3980 cc 3318 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 377 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 3650 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1310 mm