2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Altima 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 180 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 676 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima. 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 2001 Nissan Altima. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
