2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 537 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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 (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Panda 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 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Jeep | Fiat |
| Model | Commander | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| 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 | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2270 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 35 L |
