2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 BMW X6.
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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Commander | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
