2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (152 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.

Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 2011 Subaru Legacy
Make Jaguar Subaru
Model X-Type Legacy
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 152 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Top Speed 220 km/hour 193 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.2 seconds 9.6 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1502 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1535 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.7 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.3 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 65 L


 

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