2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 532 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. 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 Hyundai Tucson. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
Model | Commander | Tucson |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |