2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
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 Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Spectra 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 206 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 642 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra. 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 Spectra. 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) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Commander | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
