2005 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 438 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jeep Commander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 (453 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Liberty | Commander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 453 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |