2000 Honda NSX 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 NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 985 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda NSX. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | NSX | Commander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
