2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Murano 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 91 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 Nissan Murano. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Commander | Murano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |