2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde 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 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 423 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. 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 1957 Simca Aronde. 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 (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | Commander | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
