2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2000 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1395 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio. 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 2000 Mazda Demio. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2000 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | Demio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2400 mm |
