2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Jeep Commander

To start off, both 2007 Jeep Wrangler and 2007 Jeep Commander 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 39 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 805 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jeep Wrangler 2007 Jeep Commander
Make Jeep Jeep
Model Wrangler Commander
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 162 km/hour 186 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11 seconds 9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 2355 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 80 L


 

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