2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 727 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Commander. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Commander. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Commander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
