2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2004 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 770 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. 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 2004 Kia Rio. 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) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2004 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Commander | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
