2000 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Cherokee | 3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2639 mm |