2001 Mahindra Commander vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra Commander | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
