2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 856 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 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 (510 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
