2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 82 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 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 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Commander | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| 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 | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
