2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 6 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, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 645 kg more than 2013 BMW X1.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Commander | X1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |
