2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, both 2002 Mahindra Commander and 2002 Vauxhall Meriva 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 Vauxhall Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva.
Because 2002 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mahindra Commander | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Mahindra | Vauxhall |
Model | Commander | Meriva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1275 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 |