2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2004 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Kia Amanti. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 219 kg more than 2004 Kia Amanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Kia Amanti, 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 (527 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2004 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Commander | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
