2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2002 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1198 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Spiano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2002 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
