2001 Mahindra Commander vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 483 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 2010 Dodge Charger. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander. 2010 Dodge Charger 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. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra Commander | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Mahindra | Dodge |
| Model | Commander | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3048 mm |
