2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Express | Commander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |
