2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (158 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
