2003 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (236 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 223 kg more than 2003 Ford Explorer.

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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Explorer 2007 Jeep Commander
Make Ford Jeep
Model Explorer Commander
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 4699 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 236 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 382 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2082 kg 2305 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2790 mm


 

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