2003 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 518 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.
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, 2007 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | X5 | Commander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |