2008 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2008 BMW 328 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 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 BMW 328 | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 328 | Commander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |