2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 468 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
