2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (276 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 87 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 (527 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Commander | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |