2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 490 kg more than 1990 Lexus LS.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lexus LS. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 1990 Lexus LS | |
Make | Jeep | Lexus |
Model | Commander | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |