1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. Both 1997 Jeep Cherokee and 2012 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 3 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (283 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Cherokee | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |