1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 13 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 505 kg more than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Roadmaster | Commander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2355 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 |
