2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, both 2000 Hyundai Sonata and 2000 Mahindra Commander were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Hyundai Sonata (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Sonata | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Hyundai | Mahindra |
Model | Sonata | Commander |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |