1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9
To start off, both 1997 Jeep Cherokee and 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Jeep Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Cherokee | Xedos 9 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |