2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Arosa 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 222 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 689 kg more than 2001 Seat Arosa. 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 Seat Arosa. 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) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Arosa. (236 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Arosa. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Arosa 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 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Commander | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |
