2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Commander | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 59 L |
