2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Mazda 3

To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 752 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2010 Mazda 3
Make Jeep Mazda
Model Grand Cherokee 3
Year Released 2012 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 352 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type 5-speed shiftable automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2115 kg 1363 kg
Vehicle Length 4821 mm 4506 mm
Vehicle Width 1943 mm 1755 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2916 mm 2639 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 60 L


 

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