2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 316 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 245 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 658 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2005 BMW 316 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Commander | 316 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |