2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XJ and 2007 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 58 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2007 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, 2007 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jaguar XJ 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Jaguar Subaru
Model XJ Legacy
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 64 L


 

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