2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 42 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Commander | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |