2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Subaru | Jeep |
| Model | Outback Sport | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
