2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Wrangler | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
