2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. 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 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Commander | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
