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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 681 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 (500 Nm) has 118 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 | 5654 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |