2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
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-Flexa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | MX-Flexa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
