2006 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 590 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
