2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 3 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, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 570 kg more than 2012 Ferrari California.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari California. 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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2012 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2012 Ferrari California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2012 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Jeep | Ferrari |
| Model | Commander | California |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |
