2008 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (347 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1001 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. 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 2008 Honda Accord. 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 (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Commander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 347 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |