1993 Ford Contour vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 57 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Contour | Commander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
