2006 BMW 530 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 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 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 76 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 530 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
