2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mazda | Jeep |
| Model | 6 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |
