2000 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 298 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander 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 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Commander |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |