2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2010 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. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Wrangler | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
