1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 326 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
