2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 337 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 528. (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Commander | 528 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |