2000 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. 2000 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
