2001 Mahindra Commander vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 5 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra Commander | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mahindra | Subaru |
| Model | Commander | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
