2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Jeep Commander

To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. 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 BMW 330. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 330 2008 Jeep Commander
Make BMW Jeep
Model 330 Commander
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 509 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1866 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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