2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 224 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | XJ | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |