2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 813 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Mazda Jeep
Model Familia Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2000 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 168 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 453 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86.7 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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