2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 469 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Maxima | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
