2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 201 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | SSR | Commander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
