2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 420 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2010 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
| Model | Commander | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
