2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 97 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 183 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Commander | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3135 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
