2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 785 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
