2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Explorer. 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 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Commander | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
