2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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 Jeep Commander (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Express | Commander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |