2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 639 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Subaru | Jaguar |
| Model | Impreza | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2752 mm |
