2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2000 Suzuki XL6
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki XL6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki XL6 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki XL6. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki XL6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 910 kg more than 2000 Suzuki XL6. 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 (500 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki XL6. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki XL6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 2000 Suzuki XL6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Commander | XL6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
