2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn LW 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 94 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 907 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW. 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 Saturn LW. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2005 Saturn LW | |
Make | Jeep | Saturn |
Model | Commander | LW |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |