1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 407 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJR | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
