2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 919 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 58 L |
