2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar R-D6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R-D6 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 30 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 2003 Jaguar R-D6. 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | R-D6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
