2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2007 Jeep Commander and 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 86 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 11 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Commander | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |