2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XKR | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
