2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (152 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 32 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | X-Type | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
