2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 619 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
