2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK

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 CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jeep Commander 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Jeep Mercedes-Benz
Model Commander CLK
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5652 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 322 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 208 km/hour 242 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2355 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.5 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 62 L


 

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