2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru SVX weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Because 1994 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX 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 XK (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | SVX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
