2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Terios | 2003 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
Model | Terios | Commander |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2110 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |