2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 836 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Mazda Jeep
Model MX-5 Miata Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1192 kg 2028 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4821 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1943 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2916 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 93 L


 

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