2009 BMW 130 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 130 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
