2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep 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 108 kg more than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep 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, 2005 Jeep 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 2005 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Protege |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
