2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 33 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.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |
