2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari F430. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Jeep | Ferrari |
| Model | Commander | F430 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 110 L |
