2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1370 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Commander | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
