2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mahindra Commander | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
Model | Commander | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |