2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 228 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 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 Grand Cherokee (509 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
