2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 800 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Commander | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
