2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 7 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 Jeep Commander.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Commander | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Jeep | Dodge |
Model | Commander | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2400 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1693 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |