2003 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 745 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Aceca. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Aceca | Commander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
