2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 297 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
