2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus SC 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 33 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 615 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC. 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 2004 Lexus SC. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Commander | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
