2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Outback. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2000 Subaru Outback. 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Commander | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
