2001 Ford EX 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 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (330 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
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 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | EX | Commander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
