2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 1998 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Maxima. 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, 1998 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 1998 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
