2008 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 523 kg more than 2006 Jeep Commander. 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Commander. (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | X5 | Commander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4703 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |