2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2002 Mahindra Commander and 2002 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 15 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 2002 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mahindra Commander | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mahindra | Skoda |
Model | Commander | Octavia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |