2001 Mahindra Commander vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 4 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 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra Commander | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commander | Touran |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
