2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Seat Ronda would be higher. 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 260 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1985 Seat Ronda. 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 1985 Seat Ronda. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Commander | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
