2001 Acura RL vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 368 kg more than 2001 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | RL | Commander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
