2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar XK8 and 2006 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | XK8 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |