2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1490 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 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 Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Commander | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |