| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Jeep Patriot | Jeep Commander | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 109.5 in | -5.8 in |
| Length | 173.6 in | 188.5 in | -14.9 in |
| Width | 69.1 in | 74.8 in | -5.7 in |
| Height | 64.4 in | 71.9 in | -7.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3108 lb. | 4581 lb. | -1473 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.1 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 59.0 in | -4.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 55.6 in | -3.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.7 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 40.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 58.5 in | -4.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 54.0 in | -3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 36.1 in | 3.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.7 in | -35.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.4 in | -50.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 47.4 in | -47.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.9 in | -28.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 106.7 in (over 3 rows) | -26.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 6.0 ft3 | 17 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 | 36.4 ft3 | -13.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.2 ft3 | 68.7 ft3 | -14.5 ft3 |
| 2009 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
lots of legroom see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
tall driver 6" 6" many other vehicles simply undriveable see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Plenty of head/leg room; vehicle definitely feels larger on the inside than it looks from the outside. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The front seats are simply comfortable; the back seats not so much. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Adults will find the back seats of the Patriot comfortable. Let a kid sit in the middle. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
lot of front room see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Its comfortable on long trips see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Plenty of space for taller people. Not cramped like most compact SUVs. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Support, not hard, just plain comfortable see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Supportive and roomy. I can drive for hours without fatigue. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2009 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Slim on the rear seat room. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Seat is a little high hard back there, and front seat backs have no pockets. see full Jeep Patriot review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Jeep Commander.