Dodge Durango vs. Jeep Commander Review

Performance
Both the Dodge Durango and the Jeep Commander are likely to feel somewhat sluggish because of their high horsepower-to-weight ratio.

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Jeep Commander and the Dodge Durango quite certainly handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Utility
The Dodge Durango is a better choice than the Commander as far as transporting cargo, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of suitcases or massive animals. The Dodge and the Jeep Commander can accommodate the same number of passengers. Towing is significantly more the Dodge's forte than it is the Commander's.

Convenience
You will very likely have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Jeep Commander than with the Durango.

Comfort
Taller drivers will quite a bit enjoy the extra head room in the Commander's front cabin compared to the Dodge Durango. While the rear of the Dodge offers a bit more head- and leg-room than the Jeep, there really isn't much of a difference.

Dimensions
Both the Dodge Durango and the Jeep Commander are likely to feel somewhat sluggish because of their high horsepower-to-weight ratio. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Durango than the Jeep Commander because of its bigger tank. The Commander and the Dodge Durango compete for the same parking spaces. The Jeep Commander's shorter wheelbase may produce a less-settled highway ride but a sprier feel in daily traffic than the Dodge.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs approximately the same to get the Jeep Commander to the dealership as the Dodge Durango. Regarding fuel economy, the Jeep and the Dodge Durango don't differ much. The Dodge doesn't pale in comparison to the Jeep Commander regarding gas mileage. With respect to MSRP, the Jeep Commander costs roughly as much as the Dodge Durango (though the Dodge Durango is a bit cheaper).

Overview
The Jeep Commander and the Dodge Durango have the same basic warranty. In terms of warranty against rust, the Dodge Durango and the Jeep Commander have the same coverage.

Other
The Dodge Durango emits fewer smog-forming pollutants per 15,000 miles than the Jeep Commander.