2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 384 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback. 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 (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
