2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (222 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 193 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. 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 (293 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | X-Type | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
