1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2003 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Marea | 2003 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
Model | Marea | Commander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2110 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |