2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
