2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 892 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (500 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Commander | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |