2000 Ford Puma vs. 2002 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Puma would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 2002 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2002 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Puma | Commander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
