2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, both 2003 Jaguar X-Type and 2003 Subaru R2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,099 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 755 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X-Type (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | X-Type | R2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |
