2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | S2000 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
