2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 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 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 379 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. 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 410 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 BMW X3 | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | X3 | Commander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1926 kg | 2305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |