2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 137 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3954 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
