2005 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A8 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
