2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 76 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 2003 Porsche GT2. 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Porsche |
| Model | Commander | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
