2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 862 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Tahoe | Commander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |