2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 935 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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 2005 Peugeot 307. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Commander | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
