2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 942 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Commander | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.5 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 | 2412 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |