2000 Honda FCX vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda FCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda FCX would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1515 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda FCX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 Commander (500 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda FCX. (273 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda FCX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda FCX | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | FCX | Commander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
