2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 546 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 Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Patriot | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
