2005 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1057 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Expedition. 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (500 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Expedition | Commander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 78 L |
