1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 2 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
