2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Audi S6.
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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Commander | S6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
