1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | SVX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
