2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,604 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Commander | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2604 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
