2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 68 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.
Because 2002 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Commander | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mahindra | Opel |
| Model | Commander | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
