2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 695 kg more than 2001 Toyota MR2. 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 2001 Toyota MR2. 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 (410 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota MR2 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 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
