2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 90 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 172 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. 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 (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commander | Eos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2270 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
