2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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.

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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jeep Commander 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Jeep Jeep
Model Commander Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 3704 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 78 L


 

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