1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice 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 161 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 193 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Caprice | Commander |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |