2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Premacy 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 34 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 442 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Premacy. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
