2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ8 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
