2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 483 kg more than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jeep | Jensen |
| Model | Commander | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
