2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1435 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 2010 Ford F-250. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Commander | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Ford |
| Model | Commander | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3967 mm |
