2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Commander and 2009 Toyota iQ 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 143 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 533 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota iQ, 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Commander | iQ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 32 L |