2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Sedona (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Commander | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
