2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 417 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Commander | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Commander | Levante |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2270 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2230 mm |