2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 94 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 587 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Commander. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |
