2000 Fiat Duna 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 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mahindra Commander (62 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Duna. 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, 2003 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 2003 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Duna | Commander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
