2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Focus | Commander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |