2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2007 Jeep Commander. 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 2011 BMW 730. 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Commander | 730 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |