2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
