2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 324 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
