2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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 794 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
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 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |