2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. 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 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Commander | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
