2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 75 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 800 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Jeep | Audi |
Model | Commander | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |