2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1020 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 2007 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander. 2007 Nissan Patrol 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. 2007 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2980 mm |
