1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1992 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
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 (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Typhoon | Commander |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |
