2001 Mahindra Commander vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 165 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2001 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra Commander | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Porsche |
| Model | Commander | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
