2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 267 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Commander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4703 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |