2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 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) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 366 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) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Commander | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3980 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
