2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 69 kg more than 2006 Dodge Charger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Charger | Commander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |