2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 2 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Audi A7. (310 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 445 kg more than 2011 Audi A7. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A7. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Commander | A7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
