2006 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 853 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
