2003 Chrysler Airflite 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 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 755 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Commander (520 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Airflite | Commander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
