2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 216 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 XK (525 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
