2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
