2006 BMW 545 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 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (323 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 BMW 545.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 545 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
