2001 Mahindra Commander vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2001 Mahindra Commander and 2001 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mahindra Commander | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mahindra | Opel |
Model | Commander | Vectra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |