2001 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2007 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 745 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
