2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2001 Mazda 323
To start off, both 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2001 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 323. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 496 kg more than 2001 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 323. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 323. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2001 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 323 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
