2001 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 (201 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 XJ8 (380 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ8 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
