2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jeep Commander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Commander | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |