2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJR | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
