2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
