1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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) has 121 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | XK8 | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
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 | 170 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 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 | 1524 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 |