2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Porsche Cayenne.

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 (410 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Cayenne.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jeep Commander 2005 Porsche Cayenne
Make Jeep Porsche
Model Commander Cayenne
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 3195 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 311 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.5:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2410 kg 2160 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 100 L


 

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