2007 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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, 2007 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A8 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4703 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
