2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 905 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | 230 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3060 mm |
