2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 589 kg more than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Murano. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Commander | Murano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 82 L |