2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 857 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca 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 | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commander | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
