2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 657 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
