2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2002 Mahindra Commander and 2002 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 285 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2002 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2002 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mahindra Commander 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Mahindra Mercedes-Benz
Model Commander C
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2112 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 62 HP 216 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2720 mm


 

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