1998 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 241 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Ford Focus (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Focus | Commander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
