2023 Jeep
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2024 Subaru
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| MPG - City | 20 - 21 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 - 29 MPG | 28 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 54.7 ft3 | 69.1 - 74.2 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 180 - 270 hp | 182 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs | 1,500 - 3,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 182.9 - 183.1 in | 182.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.2 - 74.9 in | 71.5 - 72.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.1 in
Rear 40.3 in |
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.4 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 40.2 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.6 - 39.6 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Jeep Cherokee than in the Subaru Forester.
The Subaru Forester will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Jeep Cherokee.
Convenience
The Subaru Forester requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Jeep Cherokee, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Jeep Cherokee is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Forester.
Dimensions
Since the Jeep Cherokee is much wider than the Subaru Forester, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
When looking at overall length, the Jeep Cherokee takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Subaru Forester.
Handling
The Jeep Cherokee has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Forester, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Jeep Cherokee is clearly the choice over the Subaru Forester for pulling heavy loads.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Jeep Cherokee and the Subaru Forester.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Jeep Cherokee and the Subaru Forester are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Cherokee and the Subaru Forester.
The Jeep Cherokee has significantly less cargo capacity than the Subaru Forester.