2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 1993 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 39 kg more than 1993 Subaru SVX.
Because 1993 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX 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 XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 1993 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ | SVX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
