2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Commander | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
