2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 472 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jeep | Cadillac |
| Model | Commander | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
