2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Commander | 109 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |