2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Commander and 2009 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 77 more horse power than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic 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 | 2009 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Commander | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
