2009 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2009 BMW 328 and 2009 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 328 | Commander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |