1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
