2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 903 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A3 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
