1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | XK8 | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |