1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
