2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Jeep | Honda |
Model | Commander | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |