2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 608 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
