1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | Forester |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
