Subaru Forester 2018 vs Jeep Cherokee 2018
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Subaru Forester is available only with four wheel (4x4) drive, while Jeep Cherokee can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive. All-wheel drive models tend to consume more fuel, so if you don't need off road capabilities, Jeep Cherokee also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs. | |||
| Engines: | 2.0 - 2.5 (petrol) | 2.0 - 3.2 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Jeep Cherokee is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 - 185 HP | 180 - 271 HP | |
| Torque: | 196 - 238 NM | 234 - 450 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.9 - 10.3 seconds | 8.8 - 9.1 seconds | |
| In general, Jeep Cherokee are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Subaru Forester. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 - 8.2 | 6.1 - 10.7 | |
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Subaru Forester petrol engines consumes on average 2.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than Jeep Cherokee. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 220 - 221 mm (8.7 - 8.7 inches) | 150 - 201 mm (5.9 - 7.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Subaru Forester can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.63 m | 4.62 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.73 m | 1.68 m | |
| Subaru Forester and Jeep Cherokee are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 2155 litres | 448 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1779 litres | 1555 litres | |
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Subaru Forester has more luggage capacity. Subaru Forester has 1707 litres more trunk space than the Jeep Cherokee. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Subaru Forester (by 224 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Subaru Forester is 0.8 metres less than that of the Jeep Cherokee, which means Subaru Forester can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`223 kg | ~ 2`427 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`655 kg | ~ 1`750 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 568 kg | ~ 677 kg | |
| Subaru Forester load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 19 procentiem less than Jeep Cherokee. Therefore, Jeep Cherokee is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | |||
| Subaru Forester scores higher in safety tests, but Jeep Cherokee is better rated in child safety tests. The Subaru Forester scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
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| Average price (€): | 16 000 | 16 400 | |
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