1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | Vanden Plas | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
