2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (236 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 Jeep Commander.
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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | Commander | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
