2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 63 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. 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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Commander | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Jeep | Honda |
Model | Commander | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |