2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
