2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2006 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
Model | Commander | GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |