2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 290 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XKR | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
