2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 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, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (330 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS6 weights approximately 50 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.

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 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi RS6 2008 Jeep Commander
Make Audi Jeep
Model RS6 Commander
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4991 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 572 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 509 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 99.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2028 kg 1978 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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