2006 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Insight would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Insight | Commander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |