2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Jeep | Mini |
| Model | Commander | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
