2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 294 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Subaru Jeep
Model Legacy Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 98.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 78 L


 

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