2001 Mahindra Commander vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 11 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 109 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra Commander | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mahindra | Chevrolet |
| Model | Commander | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
