2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar S-Type and 2006 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 338 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | S-Type | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |