1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 565 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Typhoon | Commander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 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 | 1740 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |
