2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 476 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Jeep | Lexus |
Model | Commander | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |