2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Ram 2010 Jeep Commander
Make Dodge Jeep
Model Ram Commander
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4700 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 229 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2343 kg 2305 kg
Vehicle Length 5840 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 14.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 78 L


 

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