2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2002 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Liberty 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 19 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2002 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Commander | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
