2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 229 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. 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 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Commander | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |