2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 254 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Escalade | Commander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
