2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 776 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1997 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Commander | Nova |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
