2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 324 kg more than 2008 Rover 75. 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 Rover 75. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 | |
Make | Jeep | Rover |
Model | Commander | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |