2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (305 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
