2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Jeep Commander.
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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Commander | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2427 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
