2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom

To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 629 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.

Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom has manual transmission. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Make Jeep Rolls-Royce
Model Commander Phantom
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 6747 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 454 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5350 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 720 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 84.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1866 kg 2495 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5840 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 3580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 15.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 100 L


 

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