2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 975 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Commander | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |