Toyota 4Runner vs. Jeep Commander Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the Jeep Commander to the dealership as the Toyota. The Jeep Commander uses a lot of gasoline compared to the Toyota 4Runner. The Toyota 4Runner won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Jeep. As far as MSRP, the Toyota 4Runner costs significantly less than the Commander.

Utility
The Jeep Commander will quite certainly prove friendlier than the Toyota 4Runner for those of you with frequent kid-cargo. The Toyota 4Runner is likely a better choice than the Commander in terms of hauling capacity, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of gear or large dogs. The Jeep Commander outpulls the Toyota 4Runner by a massive margin.

Convenience
The Jeep Commander's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the 4Runner.

Comfort
Taller drivers will substantially enjoy the extra head room in the Jeep Commander's front cabin compared to the Toyota 4Runner. The Jeep Commander offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the 4Runner does.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Toyota than the Jeep Commander because of its larger tank. The Jeep Commander and the Toyota 4Runner compete for the same parking spaces.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, the Jeep Commander packs quite a wallop and will knock the Toyota 4Runner down a few rungs. However, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their comparable turning circles, the 4Runner and the Jeep Commander likely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Toyota 4Runner's engine isn't much larger than the Jeep Commander's.

Warranty
The Toyota 4Runner and the Jeep Commander have the same basic after-sale protection.