2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Express | Commander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 507 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |