2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 795 kg more than 2007 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 Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Commander | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |