2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Commander | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
