2000 Mazda Protege vs. 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee (190 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 137 kg more than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Protege. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mazda | Jeep |
| Model | Protege | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
