2010 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 443 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 all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2010 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jaguar XK | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4793 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1321 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
