2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 103 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 88 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pickup. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Commander | Pickup |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2488 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2960 mm |