2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. Both 2007 Jeep Commander and 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL are equipped with a 2,987 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 446 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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, both vehicles can yield 510 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | GL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
