1992 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1992 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1992 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda 5 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jeep Cherokee | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
