2006 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2007 Jeep Commander.

Because 2007 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, 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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Focus 2007 Jeep Commander
Make Ford Jeep
Model Focus Commander
Year Released 2006 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 136 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2862 kg 1677 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 80 L


 

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