2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 497 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2008 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Cherokee | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 48 L |