2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 708 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 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 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (319 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commander | Eos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
