1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1476 mm |
