2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XK8. 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 XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | XK8 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 301 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |