2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 Saab 05-Sep 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 34 more horse power than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. 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 Saab 05-Sep. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2008 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep
Make Jeep Saab
Model Commander 05-Sep
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 2290 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium 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 1866 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 75 L


 

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