2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 6 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, 2013 Kia Optima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (236 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 139 kg more than 2013 Kia Optima.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia Optima. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Commander | Optima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
