2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 447 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jeep | Cadillac |
| Model | Commander | CTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
