2006 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A3 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
