1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 626 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
