2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (305 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 102 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | 8C Competizione | Commander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |