2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
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 Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 308 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Cherokee | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |