2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (295 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XKR | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XKR | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
