2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla 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 256 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
