2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander. 2005 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2000 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2000 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mahindra | Ford |
| Model | Commander | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
