2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 825 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 928. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Commander | 928 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
