2006 Fiat Ducato 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 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Ducato | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4701 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
