2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche Boxster 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 34 more horse power than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 427 kg more than 1998 Porsche Boxster. 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 1998 Porsche Boxster. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche Boxster. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Commander | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2480 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
