2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, both vehicles can yield 500 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Audi Q7 | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Audi | Jeep |
Model | Q7 | Commander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |