2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. 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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Commander | Routan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |