2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 Jeep Cherokee and 2007 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 454 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
