2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
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, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander. 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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. 2010 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Commander | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Mahindra | Pontiac |
| Model | Commander | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
