2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (525 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | S-Type | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
