2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 651 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Falcon. 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Commander | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
