2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover 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 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (225 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Commander | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
