2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 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 10 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (320 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 468 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. 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 2004 Porsche 911. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Commander | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
