2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 118 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Commander | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |