2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 201 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Subaru | Jeep |
| Model | Legacy | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
