2001 Fiat Brava vs. 2002 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Fiat Brava.
Because 2002 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Brava | 2002 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Brava | Commander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
