2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | X-Type | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
