2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Corolla | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
