2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Punto | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
