2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Commander | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
