2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 478 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
