2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 234 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | X-Type | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
