2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 85 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.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 406. 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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Peugeot |
| Model | Commander | 406 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
