2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Ford Edge. (285 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 515 kg more than 2012 Ford Edge. 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 2012 Ford Edge. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Commander | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
