2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | XJ | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |