2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1999 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 288 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, 1999 Toyota Avalon, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1999 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
