2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 153 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
