2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Express. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Express | Commander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2790 mm |
