2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 135 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 108 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) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Commander | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Commander | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2967 cc |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |