2001 Mahindra Commander vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra Commander | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
