2006 BMW 630 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 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 283 kg more than 2006 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 630 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
