2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 502 kg more than 2011 Dodge Nitro. 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 2011 Dodge Nitro. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Commander | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 74 L |
