2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 825 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Commander | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
