2001 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 583 kg more than 2006 Jeep Commander. 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 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Tahoe | Commander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4703 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
