2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1477 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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 (500 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Panda | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 78 L |
