2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (320 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Subaru | Jeep |
| Model | Legacy | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2916 mm |
