1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 16 kg more than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Roadmaster | Commander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
