2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1651 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Commander | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Commander | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |