2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 480 kg more than 2011 Lexus GS.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus GS. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Commander | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
