2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (255 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 217 kg more than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Jeep | Buick |
Model | Commander | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |