2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 2 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 197 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 299 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai ix35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jeep Commander | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
Model | Commander | ix35 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |