2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 705 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
