2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 397 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Wrangler | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2777 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
