2009 BMW 635 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 635. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 685 kg more than 2009 BMW 635. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 635. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 BMW 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 635 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
