2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2002 Jeep Willys 2
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Willys 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Willys 2 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 362 kg more than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (414 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (210 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Willys 2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 2002 Jeep Willys 2 | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Commander | Willys 2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |