2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | S-Type | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |