2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander and 2008 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 309 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC90. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Commander | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |