2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 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 (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 843 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. 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 2002 Mazda 2. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | 2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
