1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2789 mm |
