2012 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Commander 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 (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 74 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Express | Commander |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 2305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |