2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 371 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avensis. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
