2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Wrangler | MPV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
