2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |
