2008 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 GMC Envoy.
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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Envoy | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |
