2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 208 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jeep | Jaguar |
| Model | Commander | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
