2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1999 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 491 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jeep Cherokee 1999 Subaru Forester
Make Jeep Subaru
Model Cherokee Forester
Year Released 2007 1999
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3698 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 307 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1951 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2530 mm


 

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