2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ8 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
