2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 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 (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 819 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. 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 2009 Honda Jazz. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Jazz | Commander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |