2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 250 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 345 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XKR | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
