2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 461 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
