2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
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 (410 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
