2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 579 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2000 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Wrangler | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
