2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar XK and 2009 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 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 XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
