2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 90 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 2005 Renault Laguna. 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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mahindra | Renault |
| Model | Commander | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
