2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 Toyota Soarer.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Commander | Soarer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |