2002 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 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 2002 Honda Accord. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander. 2002 Honda Accord 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. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Accord | Commander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |