2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 438 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
