2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2000 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mahindra Commander | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
Model | Commander | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2112 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3400 mm |