2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 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 12 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 710 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Commander | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
