2012 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Subaru Outback | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
Make | Subaru | Jaguar |
Model | Outback | F-TYPE |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 488 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1880 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |