2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Commander. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Commander. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 Jeep Commander | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Commander | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 67 L |
