2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander. 2002 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2004 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2004 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Buick | Mahindra |
| Model | LeSabre | Commander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
