2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 Grand Cherokee (414 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
