2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Porsche |
| Model | Commander | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
