2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Commander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |
