2004 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 787 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (411 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |
