2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 XF (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XF | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
