2006 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 533 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A6 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
