2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 5 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 470 kg more than 2013 Audi A6.
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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Commander | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2912 mm |
