2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 424 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.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 95 L |
