2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jeep Commander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor 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 (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Condor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
