2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (236 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 227 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 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 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Commander | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |