2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2007 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
