2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP) has 255 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy 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 XK (560 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
