2008 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2008 BMW M3 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 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (330 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 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 M3 | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | M3 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
