2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2007 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | Z4 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
