1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 144 kg more than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | S-Type | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
