2002 Honda Insight 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 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight 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 (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. 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 2002 Honda Insight. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Insight 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:
| 2002 Honda Insight | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Insight | Commander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
