2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 11 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 125. 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Mahindra | BMW |
| Model | Commander | 125 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
