Model Year | 2017 | 2013 | |
Model | Subaru WRX | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 268 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
6.4L V8 OHV-2v 470 hp@6000 465 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 114.8 in | -10.5 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 189.8 in | -8.9 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 76.3 in | -5.6 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 69.4 in | -11.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3267 lb. | 5150 lb. | -1883 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -8.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 58.6 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 57.0 in | -4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 40.3 in | 3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.3 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 58.0 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 56.5 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 38.6 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 36.3 ft3 | -24.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -56.3 ft3 |
2017 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |
2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | You can buy a BMW X5 or Porsche Cayenne with tame front seats, but not the Grand Cherokee SRT8. In the Jeep, SRT's signature buckets are standard. Large, firm bolsters provide excellent lateral support even to those of us with slender builds. Yet they're also comfortable, with enough padding to avoid park bench references. The four-way adjustable lumbar didn't do much for my back, but your experience may vary. Moving to the back seat, the Grand Cherokee's growth adds a couple of badly needed inches to legroom. With this improvement the Grand Cherokee only matches other similarly sized SUVs, so it's not a reason to buy. But rear seat legroom is no longer a reason not to buy, so it bears mentioning. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The cabin is a very serene place to be, aided by the comfortable front seats. With the leather seat option, both front seats and two rear seats came with seat heaters. Also, both front seats are power adjustable, including height and lumbar. The lumbar support is great for long trips, allowing you to change wear the seat contacts your back for less overall fatigue. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |