2006 Chevrolet Impala 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 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (236 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. 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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Impala | Commander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3884 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |