2009 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 286 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jeep Commander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Highlander | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Toyota | Jeep |
Model | Highlander | Commander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |