2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 167 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2778 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
