2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 704 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. 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 Grand Cherokee (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
