1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1994 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1994 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Familia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
