2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2001 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 344 kg more than 2001 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
