2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Jeep Commander

To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler and 2008 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 114 kg more than 2008 Jeep Commander.

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 Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler 2008 Jeep Commander
Make Jeep Jeep
Model Wrangler Commander
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 1866 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 80 L


 

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