2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 250 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 @ 4350 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Commander | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Commander | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |