2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Commander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |
