1997 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Accord | Commander |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |