2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (202 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | X-Type | Baja |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
