2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega 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 75 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 47 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega. 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 2000 Opel Omega. 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 (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Omega 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 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Commander | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2270 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
