2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 624 kg more than 1996 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 Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
