2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | S-Type | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
