2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 831 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
