2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 300. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler 300. 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 (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Jeep | Chrysler |
| Model | Commander | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
