2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 164 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. 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 (320 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
