2004 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (318 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Forester | 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Subaru | Jeep |
| Model | Forester | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1933 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
