2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (241 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 179 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jaguar XJ 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Jaguar Subaru
Model XJ Legacy
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 241 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 89.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.7:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1659 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 5220 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.9 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.2 L/100km 13.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 64 L


 

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