2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 955 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Commander | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |