2005 Honda Element vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 768 kg more than 2005 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (410 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Element | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Element | Commander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 2305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |