2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester 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 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 875 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester 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.
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2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |