2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 801 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
