1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 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 34 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 89 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | Outback |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
