2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2009 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 621 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.

Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jaguar XJ8 2009 Jeep Commander
Make Jaguar Jeep
Model XJ8 Commander
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 294 HP 229 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 189 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.6 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1684 kg 2305 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 14.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 78 L


 

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