1994 Jaguar XJR vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 296 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJR | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJR | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 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 Weight | 1752 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
