2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Commander 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 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 396 kg more than 2011 Honda Pilot. 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 2011 Honda Pilot. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Jeep | Honda |
Model | Commander | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |