2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 807 kg more than 2008 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Commander | Patrol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |