2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica 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 113 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 587 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. 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 1987 Toyota Celica. 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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1588 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 61 L |
