2004 Buick Century vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
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, 2004 Buick Century, 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Century | Commander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |