2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Express | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
