2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 567 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | Q7 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
