2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2009 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Commander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |