2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 522 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jeep Commander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari 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 (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Safari 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Jeep | Tata |
| Model | Commander | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
