2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 586 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Focus | Commander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |