2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
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 (410 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Commander | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |