2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura CSX would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Acura CSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura CSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2007 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Jeep | Acura |
| Model | Commander | CSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
