2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2006 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 324 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Commander. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Commander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |