2005 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja 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 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Baja | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Subaru | Jaguar |
| Model | Baja | XF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
