2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 311 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Commander | Outlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |