2001 Mahindra Commander vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 8 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 244 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 2009 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra Commander | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Mahindra | Opel |
| Model | Commander | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3100 mm |
