2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 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 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 80 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 652 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
