2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Reno would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Reno. 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 2007 Suzuki Reno. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2007 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Commander | Reno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
