Honda Pilot vs Jeep Commander
Overview | |
MSRP$27,690 | MSRP$28,235 |
Listings9406 | Listings93 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryThe popular Honda Pilot was refreshed for the 2006 model year with a new look, new tech, and updated safety equipment. Changes for 2007 are more subtle, amounting to some new colors, but the vehicle remains relevant in the face of growing competition. The Pilot lineup is powered by a single engine for the 2007 model year. It’s Honda’s corporate 3.5-liter V6, which makes 244 horsepower and 240 pound-feet of torque. Power is sent to either the front or all four wheels through a five-speed automatic transmission. Honda calls it four-wheel drive, but the Pilot's drivetrain actually uses an all-wheel drive system. The Honda Pilot competes in a crowded class that includes the Acura MDX, Chevrolet Traverse, Dodge Durango, Ford Explorer, Kia Sorento, Toyota Highlander, Hyundai Santa Fe, and Nissan Pathfinder. It’s targeted at new-car buyers that want the utility of a minivan with the rugged appeal of an SUV. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2006 Jeep Commander fills a missing piece to the off-road brand’s lineup. The big 3-row SUV has imposing styling, available V8 engines, and seating for up to 7 passengers. It slots above other mid-size SUVs like the Ford Explorer but under full-size SUVs like the Expedition. Compared to these vehicles, the Commander has terrific off-road ability but lacks cabin quality, cabin space, and towing capability. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 244 hp V6 | Engine3.7L 210 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower244 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower210 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City16 | MPG City14 |
MPG Highway22 | MPG Highway18 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 244 hp V6 | Engine Name3.7L 210 hp V6 |
Torque240 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Torque235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower244 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower210 hp @ 5200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City16 | MPG City14 |
MPG Highway22 | MPG Highway18 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsOptional |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemOptional |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofOptional |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length0.0 in | Bed Length |
Cargo Space15.9 cu ft | Cargo Space7.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4264 lbs | Curb Weight4581 lbs |
Height70.1 in | Height71.9 in |
Length188.0 in | Length188.5 in |
Width77.5 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase106.3 in | Wheelbase109.5 in |
Maximum Payload0 lbs | Maximum Payload1620 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Standard Payload1323 lbs | Standard Payload |
Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity6500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $27,690 | $28,235 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | The popular Honda Pilot was refreshed for the 2006 model year with a new look, new tech, and updated safety equipment. Changes for 2007 are more subtle, amounting to some new colors, but the vehicle remains relevant in the face of growing competition. The Pilot lineup is powered by a single engine for the 2007 model year. It’s Honda’s corporate 3.5-liter V6, which makes 244 horsepower and 240 pound-feet of torque. Power is sent to either the front or all four wheels through a five-speed automatic transmission. Honda calls it four-wheel drive, but the Pilot's drivetrain actually uses an all-wheel drive system. The Honda Pilot competes in a crowded class that includes the Acura MDX, Chevrolet Traverse, Dodge Durango, Ford Explorer, Kia Sorento, Toyota Highlander, Hyundai Santa Fe, and Nissan Pathfinder. It’s targeted at new-car buyers that want the utility of a minivan with the rugged appeal of an SUV. | The 2006 Jeep Commander fills a missing piece to the off-road brand’s lineup. The big 3-row SUV has imposing styling, available V8 engines, and seating for up to 7 passengers. It slots above other mid-size SUVs like the Ford Explorer but under full-size SUVs like the Expedition. Compared to these vehicles, the Commander has terrific off-road ability but lacks cabin quality, cabin space, and towing capability. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 244 hp V6 | 3.7L 210 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 244 hp @ 5600 rpm | 210 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City | 16 | 14 |
MPG Highway | 22 | 18 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 244 hp V6 | 3.7L 210 hp V6 |
Torque | 240 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | 235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 244 hp @ 5600 rpm | 210 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 16 | 14 |
MPG Highway | 22 | 18 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 0.0 in | |
Cargo Space | 15.9 cu ft | 7.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4264 lbs | 4581 lbs |
Height | 70.1 in | 71.9 in |
Length | 188.0 in | 188.5 in |
Width | 77.5 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 109.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 0 lbs | 1620 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Standard Payload | 1323 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 6500 lbs |

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