2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 527 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2412 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 88 L |
