2009 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2009 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M5 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.
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2009 BMW M5 | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | M5 | Commander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |