1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege 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 82 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Protege. 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) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege 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 Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Protege |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
