2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 693 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
