2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XK.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XK. 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 2011 Jaguar XK
Make Subaru Jaguar
Model Legacy XK
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 624 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4793 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1892 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1321 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 61 L


 

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