2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1951 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Renault Fregate. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1951 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1951 Renault Fregate 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 Jeep Commander | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Commander | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
