2008 Chevrolet Blazer 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 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 479 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 2009 Jeep Commander (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5654 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 347 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
