2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Commander | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |