2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty

To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 479 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.

Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jeep Commander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Liberty.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jeep Commander 2006 Jeep Liberty
Make Jeep Jeep
Model Commander Liberty
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 3687 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1393 kg 1872 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 78 L


 

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