2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 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 93 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Jeep Commander.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Commander | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2881 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |