1993 Infiniti J30 vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1993 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 77 kg more than 1993 Infiniti J30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Infiniti J30 | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | J30 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4703 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
