2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Cherokee and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Cherokee | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |