2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Commander | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |