2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Jeep Commander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Silverado | Commander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
