2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 811 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Cherokee | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
