2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 233 kg more than 2006 Jeep Commander. 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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Commander | RX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3456 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
