2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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2003 Jaguar XK | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | XK | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |