2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson 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 154 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 536 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Tucson 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
| Model | Commander | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
