2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (236 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G8. 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Commander | G8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
