2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Blackhawk | Commander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
