2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 357 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Silverado | Commander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |