2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 748 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper, 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 (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper 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 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Jeep | Mini |
| Model | Commander | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
