2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 880 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Commander | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
