2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 392 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
