2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (333 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. 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 (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (394 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
Model | Commander | Genesis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4986 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |