2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc, 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 860 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Commander | 525 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2497 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2270 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |