2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
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 Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Wrangler | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |