2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 194 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 64 L |
