2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 685 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Commander | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2930 mm |
