2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tata Indica. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indica 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 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Jeep | Tata |
| Model | Commander | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
