2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Commander and 2006 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. 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 2006 Rover 75. 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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 75 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 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Commander | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
