2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 423 kg more than 2006 Jeep Commander.
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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Commander | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5208 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2790 mm |
