2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 298 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Commander | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
