2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra 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 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 235 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1365 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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 Micra. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Micra 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 Micra | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 46 L |
