2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 254 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
