2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 3 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 258 kg more than 2011 BMW 525.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 525. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Commander | 525 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |