2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Suburban | Commander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 78 L |